Krakow is a city layered with history, legends and hidden details that are easy to miss when walking on your own. A licensed guide not only points out the most important monuments - Wawel, the Main Market Square, Kazimierz - but tells their stories in a context that gives them meaning and colour. A guide will show shortcuts, the best photo viewpoints and adjust the pace to the group - families with children, seniors or visitors interested in specific historical topics.
Touring with an experienced guide also saves time - a well-planned route lets you learn the key facts and stories in a short time without wandering or long waits at entrances. In addition, a guide can help with practical matters - museum tickets, food recommendations and transport tips.
If you value accurate interpretation of Krakow’s history and want a walk that’s engaging for both adults and children, it’s worth booking a licensed guide.
Małgorzata Kasprowicz is a licensed Krakow tour guide who has been working with visitors for many years. She is from Krakow and passionate about local history and the anecdotes that bring the city’s stories to life. Małgorzata obtained her state guiding licence in 2012 and over the years has led thousands of guests from Poland and abroad.
Her offer includes classic routes - the Royal Route, Wawel, Kazimierz - as well as themed walks: legend trails, a walk through the former Ghetto and the Schindler’s Factory, school trips and one-day excursions outside the city. She also uses audio-guide headset systems, which greatly help with larger groups. Client reviews highlight her engagement, sense of humour and ability to interest even the youngest participants.
Małgorzata is also authorized to guide inside selected museum sites, enabling tours with paid entries where required, for example on Wawel Hill or in other chosen locations.
Royal Route and Main Market Square - the heart of Krakow with the Cloth Hall (Sukiennice), St. Mary’s Church and the Town Hall Tower. This route is a must for first-time visitors.
Wawel - the royal hill with the cathedral, state rooms and views over the Vistula. Some chambers and special stories are available only with a guide.
Kazimierz and Podgórze - the atmospheric former Jewish district with synagogues, cafés and charming streets; across the Vistula, Podgórze includes Schindler’s Factory and the history of the ghetto. The route combines history, culture and contemporary Krakow life.
Nowa Huta - an example of socialist realist architecture and a fascinating social history from the PRL era.
Themed routes - Krakow legends, artists’ traces, school and family tours, and one-day trips (e.g. Wieliczka Salt Mine, Ojców National Park, day trip to the Auschwitz-Birkenau museum).
A visit to the State Museum Auschwitz-Birkenau in Oświęcim is a commonly chosen one-day trip from Krakow. It’s best planned in advance - the visit requires respect and focus, and museum time usually takes several hours. Travel from Krakow takes about 1 to 1.5 hours one way depending on transport and traffic conditions.
If you plan to visit with a guide, check availability of the museum’s official educators and the rules for entry to the memorial sites. A guide will explain the historical context, provide a sensitive narrative and help you understand the museum space. - Remember to wear appropriate clothing and behaviour - this is a place of remembrance and deserves respect.
Bring water, a light snack and identification. For larger groups it pays to reserve tickets in advance and confirm visiting conditions. If you choose to tour with Małgorzata, you can ask about logistics and a suggested daily plan - she also organises one-day trips outside Krakow.
Below are example rates in Małgorzata Kasprowicz’s offer - keep in mind these prices are set for different group sizes and languages and occasional promotions apply. - The promotion in the offer covers the period from October 1, 2025 to March 1, 2026.
Tours in Polish - small groups (1-35 people): 2 hours - 300 PLN (regular price 350 PLN); 3 hours - 400 PLN (regular 450 PLN); 4 hours - 500 PLN (regular 550 PLN); each additional hour - 80 PLN (regularly 100 PLN). Themed tours - 370 PLN for 2 hours. - Large groups (36+): 2 hours - 12 PLN/person (regularly 14 PLN/person); 3 hours - 15 PLN/person (17 PLN/person); 4 hours - 18 PLN/person (20 PLN/person); each additional hour - 5 PLN/person (6 PLN/person).
Tours in English - small groups (1-35 people): 2 hours - 400 PLN (regular 450 PLN); 3 hours - 500 PLN (regular 600 PLN); 4 hours - 650 PLN (regular 750 PLN); each additional hour - 120 PLN (regularly 160 PLN). - Large groups (36+): 2 hours - 18 PLN/person (regularly 21 PLN/person); 3 hours - 24 PLN/person (27 PLN/person); 4 hours - 28 PLN/person (32 PLN/person); each additional hour - 8 PLN/person (9 PLN/person).
Extras - audio-guide headset sets are available for convenience; rental costs about 8 PLN/person. - Prices may vary for special routes, routes that include paid-entry sites and one-day trips outside Krakow - in those cases museum tickets and transport costs are added to the guide fee.
Comfortable footwear and clothing suited to the weather are essential - Krakow involves a lot of walking, often on cobblestones. - For longer routes bring a bottle of water and a light snack, especially if you plan a full day of activities.
Check in advance the list of sites you want to enter - some museums have limited capacity and recommend advance booking. If you have a discount card (student, pupil, senior), bring it with you.
When visiting places of remembrance such as Auschwitz-Birkenau - keep quiet and show respect. For school groups it’s worth discussing with the guide how the narrative will be handled and whether educational materials will be used.
If you’re travelling with children - inform the guide when booking. Małgorzata has experience working with school groups and can adapt pace and language to younger participants.
After an intense day of sightseeing it’s worth enjoying a good meal. Here are several popular Krakow favourites: Szara (restaurant by the Market Square) - an elegant place with local flavours; Café Camelot - a cosy café perfect for coffee and cake between walks; Starka (Kazimierz) - home-style cuisine and atmospheric interiors in the heart of the old Jewish quarter; Mleczarnia (Kazimierz) - a snug spot for a late lunch or dessert; Plac Nowy 1 - a venue with varied food options around Plac Nowy.
When choosing where to eat, consider booking at weekends, especially for larger groups. The guide often recommends local bars and cafés known for good atmosphere and regional specialties. - If you want something typically Krakow, try obwarzanek, pierogi or żurek in a traditional version.
If you’d like, Małgorzata is happy to advise where to go after the walk depending on whether you prefer something quick, family-friendly or more upscale.
How do I book a tour? - The best way is to contact directly via the contact form on the website, phone or email and provide preferred date, number of people, language of the tour and type of route. - Booking in advance increases the chance of availability, especially in the high season.
What are the cancellation conditions? - Cancellation terms should be agreed at booking. If plans change, contact as soon as possible to arrange a new date or refund conditions.
Does the guide accept card payments? - Payment methods are best confirmed at booking. Many guiding services accept bank transfer and cash; check details with Małgorzata before the tour.
Are routes accessible for people with reduced mobility? - Some routes can be adapted for visitors with reduced mobility but not all sites have full accessibility. It’s worth reporting this need in advance so the guide can propose the best route.
Is there a group size limit? - Standard offers cover small groups (up to 35 people) and pricing for larger groups. For very large groups the guide may propose splitting into subgroups and using audio sets.
To arrange a walk with Małgorzata Kasprowicz it’s best to use the contact form on the website, send an email or call the number listed on the site. When booking, provide: date and approximate time, number of participants, tour language, preferred route and information about accessibility (e.g. reduced mobility, children).
For school or corporate groups include additional organisational details - meeting point, expected duration and any technical needs (e.g. audio equipment). - Booking in advance helps secure the preferred date and route.
If you plan a trip to Auschwitz-Birkenau or another one-day excursion, mention this at booking - the guide will help arrange logistics and a suggested day plan.
Krakow is a safe city for visitors, but as everywhere it’s worth taking basic precautions - mind your belongings, keep a copy of documents and have the guide’s contact number. - In crowded places pay attention to group announcements and meeting points.
When visiting memorial sites and religious buildings, appropriate behaviour is required - quiet and respectful conduct and modest dress. If you’re unsure about rules, ask the guide before entering a site. - In emergencies the guide has contact numbers to quickly reach trip organisers or services.
Remember that a good guide cares for the group’s comfort and safety, so it’s best to follow their directions during the walk.
